Law to be amended to formally ban lease of Hiyaa flats

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Housing Minister Dr. Abdulla Muthalib, on Wednesday, revealed that the government is undertaking measures to amend existing legislation to explicitly prohibit lease of Hiyaa flats. The leasing of social housing units—intended by the state for individuals most in need of affordable accommodation—at inflated rates has emerged as a matter of significant concern. Complaints have notably increased regarding rentals within the densely